"You're called Videl, right? I'm Red Silk Girl No. 5."
After Yuujin and the others left, the Red Silk Girl assigned by him to take care of Videl spoke.
"Nice to meet you, senior!"
Videl's eyes lit up with admiration, and she quickly bowed in greeting.
The beautiful woman in front of her was a single-digit-ranked Red Silk Girl—one of the very top elites among those who served the Lord Kami!
"No need to be nervous. From now on, we'll be fighting and serving the Lord Kami together as sisters."
"For now, let me take you to our Red Silk Girl Corps' living quarters. Can you use [Bukūjutsu]?"
"Y-Yes, I can."
"That's good. Follow me."
Red Silk Girl No. 5 ascended into the sky, and Videl quickly used [Bukūjutsu] to follow.
Sensing that Videl's power was still weak, Red Silk Girl No. 5 deliberately slowed down so she could keep up.
"So amazing..."
Flying over the temple, Videl couldn't help but marvel again.
The entire temple looked like a floating city in the sky, shrouded in mist and incredibly prosperous.
Although the city of Orange Star, where she grew up, was a bustling metropolis, it couldn't even compare to this place—it felt like they weren't from the same era or even the same dimension!
Ahead, Red Silk Girl No. 5 simply smiled. She had seen this reaction too many times—every newcomer was always shocked and awed upon arriving here.
Along the way, Red Silk Girl No. 5 introduced Videl to the temple's general layout, and before long, they arrived at the area where the Red Silk Girls resided.
"This is our Red Silk Girl corps' dormitory. Everyone's rooms are close to each other."
"If you prefer more peace and quiet, you can also choose a private villa nearby."
Landing in front of a large building, Red Silk Girl No. 5 explained.
"N-No need, I think this is already great!"
Videl quickly waved her hands.
"A smart choice."
"Our Red Silk Girl corps is a united force. Living here makes it easier to interact and bond with the other sisters."
Red Silk Girl No. 5 smiled approvingly, but Videl's face flushed red.
She hadn't thought that far ahead—she was just overwhelmed by the idea of choosing a whole villa on her own!
Red Silk Girl No. 5 led Videl into the building and picked out a fairly good room for her.
The entire room was decorated lavishly, with all necessary amenities fully provided.
Videl felt a bit dizzy. Not long ago, she had been crammed into a tiny, remote house with her father, Mr. Satan, and now she had a spacious, luxurious room all to herself—it felt like going from the depths of poverty straight to the heights of luxury!
After selecting the room, Red Silk Girl No. 5 took Videl on a tour of the surrounding facilities.
Swimming pool, training room, cinema, shopping center…
Everything available on Earth was also present in the temple.
What shocked Videl the most was that everything was free!
"S-Senior, are you sure we can just take whatever we want from here?"
Seeing others casually picking up items from the dazzling selection in the mall, Videl found it hard to believe.
"They're just ordinary items. You can take as much as you want."
"But if you want more valuable resources, you'll need to submit a special request. As long as the reason is valid, it's usually approved."
Red Silk Girl No. 5 explained with a smile, but Videl was already overwhelmed.
Oh. My. God.
No wonder so many people wanted to become Red Silk Girls. No wonder so many people dreamed of reaching the Lord Kami and Lady 's temple.
This place was practically heaven!
"Alright, you can come back later if you need anything. For now, let's go collect some of your basic equipment."
"Y-Yes, Senior!"
After familiarizing Videl with the living area, Red Silk Girl No. 5 took her to the armory to pick up standard equipment.
A space bracelet, an energy detector, a personal communication device, a super universal capsule…
According to Red Silk Girl No. 5, all these items had been specially developed or enhanced by Goddess Bulma. Only Red Silk Girls could freely use them—on Earth and elsewhere, they were classified as strictly controlled military gear.
For example, the space bracelet allowed them to survive and fight in the vacuum of space. The energy detector could measure power levels in the hundreds of millions or even billions, far more advanced than Earth's basic scouters.
Videl put on each piece of equipment, and with her red battle dress, she felt incredibly cool.
She pressed the button on her scouter, eager to check Red Silk Girl No. 5's power level. The numbers flickered before finally displaying 525.
Uh… That couldn't be right.
As a single-digit Red Silk Girl, how could Senior No. 5 have a mere 500 power level?
Sure enough, Red Silk Girl No. 5 smiled slightly and released her true aura. The numbers on Videl's scouter began jumping wildly.
"5… 5,879,600!!!"
Videl's eyes widened in shock.
Senior No. 5 had nearly 6 million battle power!
As far as Videl knew, every Red Silk Girl could use a powerful martial art called [Kaio-ken], which could multiply their power by several to dozens of times.
Did that mean Senior No. 5 could reach tens of millions in actual combat?!
Oh my god!!!
Shocked beyond words, Videl hesitated before checking her own power level.
When she saw the tiny two-digit number on the scouter, she froze.
Ughhh… So embarrassing!
Her power wasn't even a fraction of Senior No. 5's!
"You don't need to feel ashamed," Red Silk Girl No. 5 reassured her.
"Every one of us Red Silk Girls gained our strength through countless battles and training."
"Since our master has acknowledged you, it means you have great potential. As long as you train hard, you'll grow strong soon enough."
Videl nodded firmly.
"I'll work hard, Senior!"
Since arriving at the temple, Videl had met many people—other Red Silk Girls, Sacred Maids, temple guards, and even some ordinary soldiers.
But almost everyone she encountered had a stronger aura than her.
She felt immense pressure—in this temple, her weak power was nothing.
As a Red Silk Girl, she was completely unqualified.
If she wanted to follow and serve their master, she had to become stronger as soon as possible!
Sensing Videl's unwavering determination, Red Silk Girl No. 5 secretly approved of her.
"Let's head back."
"I've requested some supplies from Eden, and they should be arriving soon."
"Yes, Senior!"
To be continued…
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